2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |