2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2001 Honda Integra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 135 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, 2001 Honda Integra (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2001 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Integra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
