2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1999 Daewoo Leganza
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Leganza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Leganza would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Leganza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (131 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Leganza should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Leganza weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Leganza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 1999 Daewoo Leganza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Nubira | Leganza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
