2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Kalos | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |