2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Kalos and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 55 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
Model | Kalos | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |