2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 7 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | Kalina | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |