2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1595 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega 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 Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Nubira. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
