2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet 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, 1996 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1996 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Kalos | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
