2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nubira | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |