2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
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 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Daewoo | Hyundai |
| Model | Kalos | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
