2005 MG ZT-T vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT-T weights approximately 545 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, 2005 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZT-T | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | MG | Lada |
| Model | ZT-T | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
