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 81 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 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 467 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Nubira | 2010 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Nubira | Opirus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |