2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 37 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
