2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S70 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 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, 2000 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Kalina | S70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
