2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |