2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 832 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Montero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
