2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Combo weights approximately 120 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 Opel Combo (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Opel Combo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Kalos | Combo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |