2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kalos | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
