2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 395 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
Model | Kalos | Octavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |