The Comparative Analysis :
Volvo S40 D3 Geartronic (10 - 12) vs. Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG Automatic (05 - 06)
€ 28,600
€ 20,500
€ 28,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 20,500
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The Volvo S40 D3 is 0.9 inches shorter, 1.8 inches wider and 0.4 inches taller than the Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG.
Volvo S40 D3
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
57.2
69.7
79.6
56.9
67.9
78.1
69.7 in
Width
67.9 in
79.6 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
78.1 in
57.2 in
Height
56.9 in
103.9
176.2
102.4
177.2
176.2 in
Length
177.2 in
103.9 in
Wheelbase
102.4 in
Vehicle Weight
Volvo S40 D3
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
3316 lb
Curb Weight
2888 lb
4453 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3792 lb
Weight Difference:
428 lb
12.91 %
General
Volvo S40 D3
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
M
Generation
KLAN
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
4-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Volvo S40 D3
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
Straight-five diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine (naturally aspirated engine)
D5204T5
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
5
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
148 hp
at 3500 rpm
Power
119 hp
at 5800 rpm
Volvo S40 D3
148 hp
119 hp
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
258 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
125 lb‑ft
at 3600 rpm
Volvo S40 D3
258 lb‑ft
125 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
Performance
Volvo S40 D3
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
127 mph
Maximum Speed
114 mph
9.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.7 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
436 ft
0.000 sec
Volvo S40 D3
62 mph
62
mph
mph
489 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
▶ REPLAY
22.41 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.27 lb/hp
Volvo S40 D3
22.41 lb/hp
24.27 lb/hp
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Volvo S40 D3
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
Fuel Economy
42 mpg
combined
24 mpg
Volvo S40 D3
42 mpg
24 mpg
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
31 mpg
city
17 mpg
52 mpg
highway
30 mpg
15.9 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.1 gal
665 mi
Range
261 mi
Volvo S40 D3
665 mi
261 mi
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
Environmental Impact
115.2 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
147.4 kWh
Volvo S40 D3
115.2 kWh
147.4 kWh
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
240 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
No data
Practical Convenience
Volvo S40 D3
Chevrolet Nubira 1.8 LPG
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1138 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
11.4 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.5 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
