2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica and 2009 Nissan Rogue were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, both vehicles can yield 237 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Epica | Rogue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |