2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 6 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 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i10. 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Kalos | i10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
