2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 507 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalina | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 279 Nm |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |