2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Kalos and 2007 Peugeot 107 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. 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 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Kalos | 107 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
