2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 450 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalina | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
