2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 115 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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalina | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |