2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
