2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 380 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
