2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,461 cc, 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
