2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 470 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.
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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Kalos | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |