2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 607 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
