2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO

To start off, both 2004 Daewoo Nubira and 2004 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.

Because 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Daewoo Nubira 2004 Pontiac GTO
Make Daewoo Pontiac
Model Nubira GTO
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 5669 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 495 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm


 

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