1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Saxo | Kalina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |