2011 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, both 2011 Ford Ka 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
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, 2011 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ka | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
