2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Corolla | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
