2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 17 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.

Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2009 Toyota 4Runner
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Nubira 4Runner
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 87 L


 

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