2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
