2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 180 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 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Kalos | 206 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |