1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
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1999 Daewoo Nubira | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | T5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |