2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
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 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Kalos | i10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |