2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 30 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
