2002 Lada 111 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 293 kg more than 2002 Lada 111. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 111 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 111 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
