2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
