2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2004 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 524 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2004 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Nubira | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
