2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (120 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Nubira | C2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |