2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
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2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |