2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2002 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
