2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada Kalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada Kalina would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Kalina | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |