2005 Hyundai Grandeur 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 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.
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 Hyundai Grandeur (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur 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. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Grandeur | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
