1999 Lada Natacha vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 685 kg more than 1999 Lada Natacha. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1999 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Natacha | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Natacha | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
