2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3260 mm |
