2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daewoo |
| Model | Charade | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
