2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Nubira | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1448 mm |
