2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Spark and 2006 Chevrolet Kalos were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spark | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
