2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Kalos and 2005 Toyota Sparky were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 130 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
