2005 Lada Oka vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1519 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lada Oka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka. 2012 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Oka has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Oka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Oka | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Oka | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
