2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 460 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Sonata (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daewoo Nubira 2009 Hyundai Sonata
Make Daewoo Hyundai
Model Nubira Sonata
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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