2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 55 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 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Kalos | Barina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
