2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 72 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |