2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 59 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Avanza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |