2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Optra | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
