2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1240 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 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 136 L |
