2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 574 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Kalina | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |