2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 19 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Nubira | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |