2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Daewoo Kalos and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kalos | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |