2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
