2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2007 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Roomster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Roomster would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Roomster (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 240 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, 2007 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2007 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Kalina | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
