2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |