2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (218 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (407 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalos | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
