2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover City (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover City should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Rover City.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Kalos | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |