2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C3 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
