2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, both 2003 Daewoo Kalos and 2003 MCC Smart were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Daewoo | MCC |
Model | Kalos | Smart |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |