1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 263 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Nubira | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
