2008 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Nubira | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
