2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2003 Daewoo Kalos and 2003 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Altima weights approximately 335 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.
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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Kalos | Altima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |