2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.

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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2009 Mazda Premacy
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Nubira Premacy
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.8:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 58 L


 

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