2011 Ford C-Max vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 2003 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford C-Max | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | C-Max | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2788 mm | 2490 mm |
