2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
