2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 445 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Kalos | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
