2007 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1273 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2007 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Savana | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 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 | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
