2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 677 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Samara II | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | Samara II | V70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |