2002 Opel Signum 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 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 447 kg more than 2012 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 Opel Signum (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Signum | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
