2012 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | X3 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
