2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2000 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 82 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 26 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2000 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Brava |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
