2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Kalina | Altezza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |