2011 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. 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 (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Ka | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
