2002 Lada 117 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 117 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 117 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 89 kg more than 2002 Lada 117.
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, 2002 Lada 117 (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 117 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
