1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 867 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | GMC | Daewoo |
| Model | Suburban | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2530 mm |
