2004 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 130 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 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | Megane | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
