2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Nubira | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
