2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 397 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Kalos | Altima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |