2002 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz A and 2002 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 150 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz A (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daewoo |
| Model | A | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2084 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
