2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
