2003 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2003 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. 2003 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2011 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Sequoia | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
