2012 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira

To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Kalos and 2012 Chevrolet Nubira were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Chevrolet Kalos 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Kalos Nubira
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1399 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.7 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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