2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 181 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Daewoo | Kia |
| Model | Kalos | SOUL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
