2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2002 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
