2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 40 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 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
