2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Kalina | Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |