2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Kalos and 2006 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.

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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Kalos 2006 Chevrolet Impala
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Kalos Impala
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1399 cc 3884 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 82 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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