2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1612 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 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Lada | Cadillac |
| Model | Kalina | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
