2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 335 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
