2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2004 Daewoo Kalos 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. 2004 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Lada | Daewoo |
| Model | Kalina | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
