1997 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Contour | Kalos |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |