2010 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 274 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 2004 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2010 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2010 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |