2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2002 Daewoo Kalos and 2002 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 565 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 Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum 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 Signum | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Signum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
