2009 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, both 2009 Kia Picanto and 2009 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Picanto | 2009 Lada 21 | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Picanto | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |