2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Kalina | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |