2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | Croma | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
