2001 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Explorer (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2001 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Explorer | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
