2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nubira | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |