2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Kalos | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
