2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. 2002 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Nubira | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
