2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2011 Mazda BT-50 and 2011 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 90 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Mazda | Daewoo |
| Model | BT-50 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
