2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Subaru | Daewoo |
| Model | Forester | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
