2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 272 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
