2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1022 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |