2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1282 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 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Silverado | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
