2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 218 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kalina | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1404 mm |
