2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Nubira | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |