2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
