2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.9 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 | 1105 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
