2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. 2008 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touran | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Touran | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 71.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
