2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Isuzu |
| Model | Kalos | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
