2003 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Ka | Kalina |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |