2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | C4 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |