2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kalina | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
