2008 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cee'd | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
