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Daewoo Kalos Sedan 1.4 i (83 Hp)
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Daewoo Kalos:
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Sedan Overview:
Daewoo Kalos (Sedan). With 123 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1025 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.3 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Daewoo Kalos received a modest 3-star rating for adult occupant protection in 2003, indicating acceptable but not class-leading safety performance compared to contemporary rivals.
1.4 i (83 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A basic 1.4-liter unit providing sufficient power for city driving, but it struggles with acceleration and overtaking at higher speeds.
Fuel Economy
Offers a decent balance of power and economy, making it a practical choice for daily urban commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly affordable purchase price and low running costs
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Simple, proven mechanicals for easier maintenance
- • Good visibility for city driving
- • Decent trunk space for a compact sedan
Cons:
- • Unrefined engines, particularly at higher RPMs
- • Basic interior quality and limited features
- • Mediocre safety rating by modern standards
- • Bland styling and uninspiring driving dynamics
- • High fuel consumption in urban settings for some trims
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Kalos: 2002 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Daewoo |
| Model: | Kalos |
| Generation: | Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i (83 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 83 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59.3 Hp/l [356mm more] |
| Torque: | 123 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F14S3 More details about the engine F14S3 |
| Engine displacement: | 1399 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.75 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 73.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.3 kg/Hp, 81 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1025 |
| Max. weight: | 1535 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 725 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 320 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4236 mm mm [356mm more] |
| Width: | 1670 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2480 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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