2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett 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, 1995 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
