2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 295 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.
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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
