2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Kalos has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Kalos | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |