2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Scion xB
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Kalos and 2006 Scion xB were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Scion xB weights approximately 26 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 Scion xB (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Scion xB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Kalos | xB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
