2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 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 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Corolla | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1375 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
