2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 409 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Nubira | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |