2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Daewoo Kalos and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 358 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
Model | Kalos | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |