2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
