2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 289 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Nubira | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Nubira | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |