2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2.
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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
