2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 2123 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
