2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 12 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, 2007 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Kalos | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
