2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Kalos and 2006 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 814 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Kalos | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 255 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
