2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
| Model | Elise | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
