2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Sandero weights approximately 41 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 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Kalos | Sandero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |