2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Kalina | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |