2009 Renault Sandero vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Sandero would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Sandero weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Sandero | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | Sandero | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 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 | 1111 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
