2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Mazda Carol 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 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | Carol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
