2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. Both 2005 Daewoo Espero and 1996 Nissan Stagea are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Espero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Espero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Espero, 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Espero. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Espero has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Espero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Espero | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
