2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 5 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Kalina | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
