2008 Acura TL vs. 2001 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 232 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2001 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Acura | Daewoo |
| Model | TL | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
