2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |