2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1998 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Ford Ka. 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, 1998 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1998 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
