2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 260 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Kalina | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2635 mm |