2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (198 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 340 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Nubira | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
