2009 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Nubira and 2009 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Galaxy (113 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 2009 Ford Galaxy (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Nubira | 2009 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
