2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 290 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Kalina | Alero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
