2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 535 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 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Kalina | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |