2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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 Honda Z 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 (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2005 Honda Z 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. 2005 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
