2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2000 Citroen C2 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C2 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
