2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Kalos would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 2008 BMW 118 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. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Kalos | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
