2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Kalos and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 263 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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Kalos | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |