2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | Grande Punto | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1040 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
