2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Today |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
