2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Nubira | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |