2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 100 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Kalos | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
