2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. Both 2009 Lada Kalina and 2008 Volkswagen Touran are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina.

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 Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran
Make Lada Volkswagen
Model Kalina Touran
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 0 HP
Torque 120 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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