2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 2 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | S-10 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
