2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Fiesta (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
