2000 Lada 112 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 112 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 112 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
