2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Baleno (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 80 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, 1997 Suzuki Baleno (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalos | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
