2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2002 Kia Towner
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Towner would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 137 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2002 Kia Towner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Nubira | Towner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1820 mm |