2008 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Nubira | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Acura |
| Model | Nubira | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
