2004 Opel Agila vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 1 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. 2003 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Agila | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
