2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart.
Because 2004 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Daewoo | MCC |
| Model | Kalos | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
