1998 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Focus | Kalina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |