2000 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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. Both 2000 Daewoo Nubira and 2009 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 464 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 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. (144 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Nubira. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Nubira | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
