2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Tiida. 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2123 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
