2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
