2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
