2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz B and 2005 Daewoo Nubira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 2005 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daewoo |
| Model | B | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
