2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kalos | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
