2007 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2007 Audi A4 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. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A4 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
