2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 39 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |
