2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1280 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Kalos | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2895 mm |
