2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo 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 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Lada | Tata |
Model | Kalina | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |