2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe 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. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | Kalina | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 730 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |