2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 647 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Nubira 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Nubira Highlander
Year Released 2009 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 73 L


 

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