2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 134 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalos | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
