2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZT would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 415 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, 2005 MG ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Daewoo | MG |
| Model | Kalos | ZT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
