2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Holden Barina are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine.
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 Holden Barina (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Holden Barina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Nubira | Barina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |