2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 924 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Lada | Audi |
Model | Kalina | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 445 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2992 mm |