2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Cube |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |