2001 Lada 110 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 110.
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, 2009 Volvo S40 (241 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 110. 2009 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2001 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 110 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 110 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
