2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Chevrolet Kalos were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
