1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 618 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 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Nubira | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
