2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 630 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 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Kalina | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
