2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Cube |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |