2001 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 111 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. 2004 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Nubira | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nubira | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
