2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 711 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2002 Daewoo Kalos 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Daewoo Jeep
Model Kalos Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1349 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2700 mm