2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, both 2003 Daewoo Nubira and 2003 Mazda Roadster were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Roadster (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 2003 Mazda Roadster has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Nubira | Roadster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |