2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Kalos | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |