2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 2008 Ford Fusion 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
