2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 235 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Kalos | Cube |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |