2007 BMW 325 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 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 340 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 325 | Kalina |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |