2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
