2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daewoo | Porsche |
Model | Kalos | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |