2010 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2010 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Nubira and 2010 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Opirus weights approximately 642 kg more than 2010 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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 2010 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Nubira | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
