1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 238 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1998 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 1998 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Nubira | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
