2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2009 Lada Kalina

To start off, both 2009 Kia Cerato and 2009 Lada Kalina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 294 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.

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 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Cerato 2009 Lada Kalina
Make Kia Lada
Model Cerato Kalina
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1374 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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