2009 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, both 2009 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2009 Audi S4 | 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S4 | Nubira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 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 | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |