1999 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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 Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight. 2009 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Honda | Daewoo |
Model | Insight | Kalos |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |