2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Daewoo | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |