2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Corolla | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1240 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
