2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Kalos and 2006 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 440 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 2006 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. 2006 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Kalos has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Kalos | 318 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
