2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion tC weights approximately 433 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 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Daewoo | Scion |
| Model | Kalos | tC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
