2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
