2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 40 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 2006 Mazda 3 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 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Kalina | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
