2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Nubira | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
