2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2123 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
