2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalos | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
