2010 Lada Kalina vs. 2007 Volvo V70
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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 566 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 V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Kalina | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Kalina | V70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
