2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 24 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Kalina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
