2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2123 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
