2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2011 Jaguar XK 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 2011 Jaguar XK. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2011 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Daewoo | Jaguar |
| Model | Nubira | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
