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Daewoo Nubira vs Volvo V40

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2002 Daewoo Nubira

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2004 Volvo V40

Overview

SpecDaewoo NubiraSEVolvo V40Base
Selected trimSEBase
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20022004

Pricing & market

SpecDaewoo NubiraSEVolvo V40Base
MSRP$11,699 (best)$25,700
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecDaewoo NubiraSEVolvo V40Base
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG19 MPG19 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal15.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecDaewoo NubiraSEVolvo V40Base
Horsepower129 hp170 hp (best)
Torque136 lb-ft177 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L (best)1.9 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDaewoo NubiraSEVolvo V40Base
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume—68.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,800 lbs (best)2,822 lbs
Wheelbase101.2 in (best)101 in
Length177 in178 in (best)
Width66.9 in67.6 in (best)
Height56.3 in (best)56.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecDaewoo NubiraSEVolvo V40Base
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)33

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.

TrimDaewoo NubiraVolvo V40
1

SE

$11,699 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$25,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

CDX

$13,999 MSRP

LSE

$29,845 MSRP

Daewoo Nubira vs Volvo V40 FAQ

Which is better: 2002 Daewoo Nubira or 2004 Volvo V40?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2002 Daewoo Nubira vs 2004 Volvo V40 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2002 Daewoo Nubira or 2004 Volvo V40?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Daewoo Nubira starts lower at $11,699.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2002 Daewoo Nubira or 2004 Volvo V40?
The 2002 Daewoo Nubira leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (11,699).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2002 Daewoo Nubira or 2004 Volvo V40?
The 2002 Daewoo Nubira leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2002 Daewoo Nubira or 2004 Volvo V40?
The 2004 Volvo V40 leads on horsepower in this comparison (170).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2002 Daewoo Nubira or 2004 Volvo V40?
The 2004 Volvo V40 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).