2010 Lada Kalina vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 312 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.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lada Kalina | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Kalina | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |