2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |