2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 325 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
