2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Kalos | Doblo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |