2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Kalos and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 727 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.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kalos | CLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |