2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 460 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Kalos | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |