2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 420 kg more 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Kalos | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.3 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 | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
