2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 84 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Kalina | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |