2009 Lada Kalina vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Kalina | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
