2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Honda HR-V 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 4 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.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nubira | HR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |