2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2006 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Nubira Sequoia
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 273 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L