2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
