2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | 2123 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
