2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nubira | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |