2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Fiesta | Kalos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |