2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | Panda | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
