2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 975 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
