2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daewoo |
Model | Charade | Kalos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |