2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 2004 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Passat | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
