2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 344 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.
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 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Kalina | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
