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Derways Saladin 2.4 i (150 Hp)
Overall Rating
Derways Saladin:
The Derways Automobile Company was a Russian automaker located in Cherkessk, Karachay-Cherkessia. Founded in 2003, it was Russia's first private car manufacturer and a part of the Russian Mercury Group. Since June 2007, the company has been producing 100,000 units annually for the local market in a joint venture with the Chinese firms Lifan Group and Liaoning SG Automotive Group Co. , Ltd. Derways' second plant was opened in the fall of 2009. The company employed around 3,000 workers....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Saladin Overview:
Derways Saladin (Saladin). With 208 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1815 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Derways Saladin generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. Based on its platform (Great Wall Safe), it is expected to have very basic safety performance with limited passive and active safety features.
2.4 i (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers merely adequate performance for daily driving, struggling with spirited acceleration or heavy loads due to its modest power-to-weight ratio in this large SUV.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is on the higher side for a 2.4L engine, typical for a rugged, less aerodynamically efficient SUV of its era, making it costly to run.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price for a large SUV
- • Robust, body-on-frame construction suitable for rough terrain
- • Spacious interior for passengers and cargo
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanicals
Cons:
- • Unrefined driving dynamics and interior quality
- • High fuel consumption across the engine lineup
- • Questionable long-term reliability and parts availability
- • Basic safety features and likely poor crash test performance
- • Limited dealer network and resale value
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Derways |
| Model: | Saladin |
| Generation: | Saladin |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 62.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 208 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | KA24 |
| Engine displacement: | 2388 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 6.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1815 |
| Max. weight: | 2450 |
| Max load: | 635 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4550 mm mm |
| Width: | 1840 mm mm |
| Height: | 1880 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1505 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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