2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sorento and 2009 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 2009 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Kia | Daewoo |
Model | Sorento | Kalos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |