2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalina | Fox |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |