2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 135 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, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Agila |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
