RAL 8013 Rotbraun vs Chalice Red

How close are they?

ΔE 16.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Chalice Red is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than RAL 8013 Rotbraun.

Can I use Chalice Red instead of RAL 8013 Rotbraun?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Chalice Red is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than RAL 8013 Rotbraun.

Can I use RAL 8013 Rotbraun instead of Chalice Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: RAL 8013 Rotbraun is noticeably darker, more saturated, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.