2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 479 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
