2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
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 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C3 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
