2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Nubira | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |