2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.
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 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | Kalina | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |