2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 2004 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
