2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1170 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
