2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Daewoo | Honda |
Model | Kalos | S2000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |