2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nubira | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |