2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2002 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Nubira | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
