2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Kalos has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Kalos | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |