2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Proton 300 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 (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 300 weights approximately 40 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 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Proton |
| Model | Kalos | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
