2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 514 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 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2011 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Nubira | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |