2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 725 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2007 Hyundai Azera 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. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Kalos | Azera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
