2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1517 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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nubira | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.8 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 | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |