2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Multipla (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nubira | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
