2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2012 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. 2012 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lexus |
| Model | Nubira | LX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
