2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Kalos and 2005 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 8 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, 2005 Ford Ikon (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Ikon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1043 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |