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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 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 869 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 (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
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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 | 1150 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |