2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
