2005 GMC Savana vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1497 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Savana | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
