2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 25 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 Suzuki Swift (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Kalina | Swift |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |