2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
| Model | Kalos | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
