2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 75 kg more 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Kalos | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
