2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc, 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Corsa | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 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 | 1020 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
