2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Kalos and 2009 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 115 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, 2009 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
Model | Kalos | Idea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1246 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |