2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 564 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Kalina | MPV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
