Acura RL vs Daewoo Nubira
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Daewoo Nubira
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Daewoo NubiraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SE |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Daewoo NubiraSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $11,699 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Daewoo NubiraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal (best) | 13.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Daewoo NubiraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 129 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 136 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Daewoo NubiraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 2,800 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 101.2 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 177 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 66.9 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 56.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Daewoo NubiraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 3 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Daewoo Nubira |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $11,699 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | CDX $13,999 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | — |
Acura RL vs Daewoo Nubira FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Daewoo Nubira?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 2002 Daewoo Nubira on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Daewoo Nubira?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Daewoo Nubira starts lower at $11,699.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Daewoo Nubira?
- The 2002 Daewoo Nubira leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (11,699).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Daewoo Nubira?
- The 2002 Daewoo Nubira leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 2002 Daewoo Nubira?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).