2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sienna | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
