2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 302 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
Model | Kalos | Vibe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |