2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1554 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Daewoo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nubira | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 136 L |
