2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 553 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.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Legacy 2010 Lada Kalina
Make Subaru Lada
Model Legacy Kalina
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 242 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 50 L


 

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