2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Daewoo | SsangYong |
| Model | Kalos | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
