2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 670 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2009 Lada Kalina
Make Chevrolet Lada
Model Silverado Kalina
Year Released 2007 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 50 L


 

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