2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
