2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2008 Peugeot 207 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Nubira | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
