2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | F-450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |