2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
