2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |