2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 300 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalos | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
