2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1562 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Kalos | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
