2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, both 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2010 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 543 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.

Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2010 Daewoo Kalos
Make Suzuki Daewoo
Model Grand Vitara Kalos
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 68.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1578 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4465 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1811 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1684 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2639 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 45 L


 

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