2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Taurus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |