2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2008 Daewoo Kalos and 2008 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 586 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 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
Model | Kalos | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 71.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |