2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Ranger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |