1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2009 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 297 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 2009 Daewoo Evanda has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daewoo Evanda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2009 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Caldina | Evanda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
