2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
