2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 507 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Kalos | V50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |