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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 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 418 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |