2011 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 469 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.
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 Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Transit Connect | Kalos |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |