2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Nubira | C1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
