2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
