2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,388 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalos | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
