2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2005 Nissan Platina are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina.
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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Nubira | Platina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |