2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C3 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
