2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 Daewoo Kalos and 2008 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
Model | Kalos | Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 71.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |