2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 10 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Kalos | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
