2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 466 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 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Kalina | Mariner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |