2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Chevrolet Traverse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will offer significantly more control. 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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Nubira Traverse
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.9:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 83 L