2012 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Nubira and 2012 Chevrolet Optra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. 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 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
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2012 Chevrolet Nubira | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Nubira | Optra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 166 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |