2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Nubira and 2005 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 474 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.
Because 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 2005 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2005 Jaguar XK8 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. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Daewoo | Jaguar |
Model | Nubira | XK8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |