2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 130 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalos | Fox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
