2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 5 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 780 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Luxgen |
| Model | Kalos | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1768 mm |
