2009 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Yaris | Nubira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |