2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Kalina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |