1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 7 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 196 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.
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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Daewoo | Saturn |
| Model | Nubira | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
