2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 260 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Nubira | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
