2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 105 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, 2003 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Ka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |