2006 BMW X3 vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | X3 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
