2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Kalos and 2009 Maybach 62 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1750 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 2009 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 2009 Maybach 62 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. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Maybach |
| Model | Kalos | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
