2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 510 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Kalos | Maxima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |