2003 Lada 111 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 276 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lada 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada 111 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 111 | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |