2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
