2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 468 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 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (206 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Daewoo | Saturn |
| Model | Kalos | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
