2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daewoo |
| Model | Kalos | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
