2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Kalos | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |