2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1301 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |