2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Nubira | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |