2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 520 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Kalina | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
