2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 655 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Sky is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Sky | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Saturn | Lada |
| Model | Sky | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
