2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Volvo S40

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 317 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.

Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2009 Volvo S40
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Nubira S40
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.3:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 236 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 57 L