2010 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira

To start off, both 2010 Ford E-350 and 2010 Chevrolet Nubira were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 183 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 Ford E-350 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford E-350 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model E-350 Nubira
Year Released 2010 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1496 kg 1313 kg
Vehicle Length 4437 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1806 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1725 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2619 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 60 L


 

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