2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Volvo | Lada |
| Model | V70 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
