2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1515 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 2003 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
