2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Chevrolet Nubira
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A4 Nubira
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 226 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1313 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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