2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Kalos | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |