2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2012 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Kalos | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |