2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 75 kg more 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |