2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 985 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
