2002 Acura CL vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 550 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Acura | Daewoo |
Model | CL | Kalos |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |