2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2003 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
