2010 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 160 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lada Kalina | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Kalina | SX4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |