2009 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 262 kg more than 2011 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Kia | Daewoo |
| Model | Cee'd | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1367 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
