2008 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 544 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Nubira | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
