2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.
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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2007 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Kalina | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |