2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 459 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2009 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |