2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
Model | Golf | Kalos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 71.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |