1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S3 weights approximately 219 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 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
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1999 Daewoo Nubira | 2010 Audi S3 | |
Make | Daewoo | Audi |
Model | Nubira | S3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |