2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Malibu | Nubira |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3501 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |