2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Kalina 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
Make Lada Chevrolet
Model Kalina Cruze
Year Released 2009 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4597 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 59 L


 

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