2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daewoo | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |