2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Kalos and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |