2008 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 75 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Fiesta | Kalos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |