2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
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 Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo 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 Aygo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
