2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (256 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21. 2008 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2008 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada 21 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | 21 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |