2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalos | Esteem |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
