2000 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Kalina weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rio | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
