2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Kalos | NP300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |