2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kalina | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
