2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nubira | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |