2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 358 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |