2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Nubira | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |