2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |