2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
