2011 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2011 Audi S4 and 2011 Chevrolet Kalos were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi S4 | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S4 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |