2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 895 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Kalos | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
