2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 272 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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac G6 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lada |
| Model | G6 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
