2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 920 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 2011 BMW 550 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 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Daewoo | BMW |
Model | Kalos | 550 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |