2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Kalina | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
