2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2011 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
