2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 568 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Express | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
