2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 317 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. 2005 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Nubira | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
