2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 465 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
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2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Sharan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |