2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Kalos | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |