2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 561 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.
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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Kalos | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |