2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 566 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2013 Honda CR-V 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. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
