2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
