2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 250 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2002 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Daewoo | Mini |
Model | Kalos | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |