2010 Lada Kalina vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lada Kalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lada Kalina would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1750 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lada Kalina | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kalina | A |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |