2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 617 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.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Kalos | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
