2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 225 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.
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 Hyundai Sonata (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Nubira | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.2 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 | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |