2010 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Kia | Daewoo |
Model | Rio | Kalos |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4249 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |