2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 150 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, 2012 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Daewoo | Renault |
Model | Kalos | Duster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |