2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 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 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 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 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.1 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 | 1030 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
