2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Optra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |