2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Kalos and 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 228 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 Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalos | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1404 mm |