2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 62 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2648 mm |
