2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1266 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Daewoo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kalos | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
