2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2011 Dodge Dakota 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. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
