2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 85 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1999 Rover 400 | |
Make | Daewoo | Rover |
Model | Kalos | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |