2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 650 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kalina | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
