2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 129 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Nubira | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |