2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 711 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Daewoo | TVR |
Model | Kalos | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |