2001 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 471 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 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Nubira | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
