2009 Lada 21 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 406 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 21 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
