2009 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 201 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
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2009 Daewoo Nubira | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Nubira | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1255 kg | 1456 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 Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |