2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 170 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Daewoo | Mini |
Model | Kalos | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |