2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
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 Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2005 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Lada | Smart |
| Model | Kalina | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
