Daewoo Nubira vs Mazda Protege5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Mazda Protege5
Overview
| Spec | Daewoo NubiraSE | Mazda Protege5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SE | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2002 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Daewoo NubiraSE | Mazda Protege5Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $11,699 (best) | $16,895 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Daewoo NubiraSE | Mazda Protege5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 19 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 14.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Daewoo NubiraSE | Mazda Protege5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 129 hp | 130 hp (best) |
| Torque | 136 lb-ft (best) | 135 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Daewoo NubiraSE | Mazda Protege5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | — | 38.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,800 lbs | 2,716 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 102.8 in (best) |
| Length | 177 in (best) | 170.5 in |
| Width | 66.9 in | 67.1 in (best) |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.8 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Daewoo NubiraSE | Mazda Protege5Base |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | None reported (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 | Daewoo Nubira | Mazda Protege5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE $11,699 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $16,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | CDX $13,999 MSRP | — |