2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 56 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Citroen |
| Model | Kalos | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
