2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 870 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 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalos | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
