2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 2008 Ford GT. 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2008 Ford GT | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
