2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel vs. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas 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 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas. 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 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2.0 CDX Kombi Diesel | 2009 Chevrolet Nubira 1.6 SE Kombi Gas | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nubira | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
