2001 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Nubira | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
