2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
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 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Paseo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |