2001 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2001 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 318 | 2123 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |