2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Kalos and 2006 Citroen C8 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 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 673 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Kalos | C8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |