2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
