2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Kalina | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
