2006 Pontiac G6 vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (167 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2011 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Lada Kalina. 2006 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lada |
| Model | G6 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
