2000 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2003 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Jimny | 2003 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Suzuki | Daewoo |
| Model | Jimny | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
