2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1331 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kalos | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
