2009 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina.
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 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lada |
| Model | Beetle | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
