2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Kalina | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |