2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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, 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. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 86 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 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Nubira | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 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 | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |