2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 45 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.
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, 1998 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Kalos has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Capa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
