2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
