2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 365 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, 2012 Ford Galaxy (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nubira | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |