2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
