2010 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Daewoo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kalos | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
