2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2003 Lada 2123 and 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada 2123 | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 2123 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |