Chevrolet Nubira 2005 vs Skoda Octavia 2000
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 147 NM | 148 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds | |
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Chevrolet Nubira is more dynamic to drive. Chevrolet Nubira engine produces 7 HP more power than Skoda Octavia, but torque is 1 NM less than Skoda Octavia. Thanks to more power Chevrolet Nubira reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | 7.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.0 l/100km | 7.5 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Octavia is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Chevrolet Nubira consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia, which means that by driving the Chevrolet Nubira over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Chevrolet Nubira consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 840 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 730 km with real consumption | ||
| Chevrolet Nubira gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Lacetti, Chevrolet Cruze | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Seat Ibiza, Seat Toledo | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Octavia might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Chevrolet Nubira 2005 1.6 engine: Durable, easy to repair, long-lasting engine, not very demanding on fuel quality.
Engine often leaks oil, which tends to cause other problems. The EGR valve can also cause problems, and many users choose to ... More about Chevrolet Nubira 2005 1.6 engine Skoda Octavia 2000 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Skoda Octavia 2000 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.50 m | 4.51 m | |
| Width: | 1.72 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Chevrolet Nubira is 1 cm shorter than the Skoda Octavia, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Chevrolet Nubira is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 548 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1512 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Chevrolet Nubira is 0.4 metres less than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Chevrolet Nubira can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`163 | 1`805 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1600 | |
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