2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Kalina | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |