2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 328 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Kalos | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |