2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Lada | Kia |
Model | Kalina | Picanto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |