2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 973 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 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Kalina 2012 Toyota 4Runner
Make Lada Toyota
Model Kalina 4Runner
Year Released 2009 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2053 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 87 L


 

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