2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2004 Daewoo Nubira and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.

Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Daewoo Nubira 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Daewoo Mercedes-Benz
Model Nubira C
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 88.3 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm


 

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