2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Kalos | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
