2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 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 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | F-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |