2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2010 Infiniti M 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 2010 Infiniti M. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2010 Infiniti M 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. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Daewoo | Infiniti |
| Model | Kalos | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
