2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 337 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Nissan | Daewoo |
| Model | Frontier | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
