2009 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Nubira | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
