2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 537 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.
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, 2007 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Volvo | Lada |
| Model | S80 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
