2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 106 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106.
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, 1996 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Kalos | 106 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
