2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2004 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2004 Daewoo Nubira and 2004 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Ford Ka. 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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2004 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
