2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 968 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2013 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lada | Chrysler |
| Model | Kalina | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
