2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daewoo |
| Model | 300 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
