2006 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 342 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Acura | Daewoo |
| Model | MDX | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
