2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Kalos | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
