2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 979 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 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 2013 Infiniti JX 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. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Daewoo | Infiniti |
| Model | Kalos | JX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
