2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Juke |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |