2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Kalos and 2006 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. 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 Chevrolet Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Kalos | Logan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |