2001 Audi A2 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A2 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
