2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 98 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 2009 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Mazda | Daewoo |
| Model | 3 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
