2009 Lada 21 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (118 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 21 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
