2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 460 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 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalos | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
