2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2010 BMW 120

To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada Kalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada Kalina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Kalina 2010 BMW 120
Make Lada BMW
Model Kalina 120
Year Released 2009 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 215 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 51 L


 

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