2010 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lada Kalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lada Kalina would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 880 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 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Kalina | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Kalina | Ram |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
