2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1298 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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 2008 Dodge Charger. 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
Model | Kalos | Charger |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |