2008 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2008 Daewoo Nubira and 2008 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 345 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 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. 2008 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Nubira | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
