2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 329 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Beetle | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
