2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Audi |
| Model | Nubira | A3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
