2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 125 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 Renault Modus (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Renault Modus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Kalos | Modus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |