2010 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nubira | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
