2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lada |
| Model | Polo | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1085 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
