2001 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 565 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Nubira | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nubira | C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
