2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
