2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto and 2008 Daewoo Nubira were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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, 2008 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Kia | Daewoo |
Model | Picanto | Nubira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |