2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2009 Daewoo Kalos and 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 435 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Kalos | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |