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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
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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 | 1598 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |