2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 301 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 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |