2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 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 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
