2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
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 Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 160 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 Suzuki Liana 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 Liana 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 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalina | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
