2007 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1046 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 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac SRX 2009 Lada Kalina
Make Cadillac Lada
Model SRX Kalina
Year Released 2007 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2126 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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