2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
