2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Lada Kalina and 2009 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Kalina | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |