2008 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira.
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2008 Daewoo Nubira | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |