2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 4 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.5 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 | 955 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
