2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 456 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 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
