2011 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2011 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2011 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daewoo Kalos | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
