2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 780 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.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
