2010 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 242 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2011 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy 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 2010 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Envoy | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Envoy | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
