2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (94 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (160 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Kalos | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
