1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 425 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.

Because 1999 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Falcon 2012 Daewoo Kalos
Make Ford Daewoo
Model Falcon Kalos
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 232 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 77.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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