2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Fiat Siena 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 243 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nubira | Siena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
