2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2006 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Alpina | Daewoo |
Model | B5 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |