2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2011 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Avanza | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
