2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 186 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C4 | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
