2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. 2004 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
| Model | Exige | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
