2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. 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 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Nubira | Idea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |