2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
