2000 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
