2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M14 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 70 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.
Because 2004 Noble M14 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Lada | Noble |
| Model | Kalina | M14 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
