2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2009 Volvo V70 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. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Kalos | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |