2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |