2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
