2004 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 455 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Opel | Daewoo |
Model | Signum | Kalos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |