2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 170 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Combo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
