2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Nissan Altima

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.

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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2009 Nissan Altima
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Nubira Altima
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L


 

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