2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Kalos and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
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 Mazda MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
