2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 815 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Kalos | Quest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
