2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. 2012 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Mazda | Daewoo |
| Model | B2500 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
