2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 230 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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Kalos | Tigra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |