2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 168 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C4 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
