2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2002 Daewoo Kalos and 2002 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 355 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, 2002 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2002 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Kalos | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |