2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 775 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 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Daewoo Kalos 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Daewoo Jeep
Model Kalos Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2008 1996
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1150 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1710 mm