2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Materia and 2008 Daewoo Kalos 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 2008 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daewoo |
Model | Materia | Kalos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 71.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |