2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volvo | Daewoo |
| Model | V70 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
