2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |