2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Tigra would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 115 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 Vauxhall Tigra (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kalos | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
