2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Nubira | Croma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |