2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo

To start off, both 2009 Lada Kalina and 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.

Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Kalina 2009 Smart ForTwo
Make Lada Smart
Model Kalina ForTwo
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1595 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 2700 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 1870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 33 L


 

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