2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 127 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.
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 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
