2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 Lada Kalina and 2009 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Cruze (148 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Holden Cruze (320 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Lada | Holden |
| Model | Kalina | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |
