2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Impala | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
