2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2009 Proton Arena

To start off, both 2009 Lada Kalina and 2009 Proton Arena were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena.

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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.

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