2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nubira | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
