2005 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 12 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Nissan | Daewoo |
| Model | Micra | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1047 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
