2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440.
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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Kalos | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
