2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daewoo |
| Model | C | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
