2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2003 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Yaris | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
