2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Nubira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |