2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Saxo and 2005 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Saxo | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
